How to Avoid Losing Your Citroen DS3 Key

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Replacement Keys

It is recommended that you contact a reputable auto locksmith if you've lost the sole Citroen key that you own and require an alternative. This is because it will make it easier for you to save money and time. At a dealership, you will be required to bring your vehicle and the necessary identification documents to request the replacement key. The key will be delivered between two and five business days. It is necessary to return to the dealer to have your replacement Citroen keys programmed. This is a lengthy and costly process.

There are various kinds of Citroen keys, depending on the year and model your vehicle is. Some models use keys that open the door from an afar, while others require you to insert it into the ignition to start the engine. Keys with this feature are equipped with a transponder, which allows them to connect with the car. The chip is embedded in the key and has to be programmed for your specific car.

A mobile technician will come to your place and re-synchronize your key with your car. They'll have the equipment necessary to do the job and won't charge as much as an auto dealer would.

Transponder Chips

A transponder chip in your key is designed to block the hot-wiring of your car. This is a typical method used by car thieves to steal vehicles. If you have transponder keys, the chip inside it will turn off the immobilizer of your vehicle if an incorrect key is used to start it. This technology is very effective in preventing car theft.

The transponder chips that are in your citroen ds3 keys can get out of synch with your vehicle sometimes and it's essential to secure them. If they're lost or stolen A professional locksmith will use the equipment they have in their van to reprogram the new key to work with your vehicle again. This will cost much less than a dealer will charge for the replacement of keys.

A transponder-equipped key will make life easier for you when you love kayaking, fishing or surfing. This type of key can be left in your fishing or surfboard pole if there is no need to carry a metal one with you.

Keys lost or stolen

The best way to ensure that you don't risk losing your Citroen keys is to keep a spare safe. If you're prone to forgetting where you put something try placing the spare key somewhere that is easy to remember (like your keychain). If you have trouble to remember where you have put items, consider purchasing an attractive keyring colour or pattern.

Citroen vans and cars prior to 1997 did not utilize transponders, so creating a spare is easy and is done at the site. Since 1998 the vehicles will all have transponders which must be programmed into the chassis. This requires specialized equipment.

If you've lost or taken your citroen xsara picasso key fob keys to your car or van, you will need to visit your dealer and bring your V5 along with your ID to request replacement keys. It can take as long as five days to arrive and need to be programmed into your vehicle before they are able to be used. We can cut and program replacement key for citroen berlingo van keys for you in only a fraction of the time required by the dealership and at a cheaper price.

We also can reprogram the faulty Citroen remote control (fob) keys, which can easily get out of sync with the vehicle. Our mobile technicians are equipped with the required equipment to complete this task quickly and efficiently.